Friday, May 21, 2010

This painting is for the May challenge on About.com. The challenge was to create an abstract picture using a flower as a starting point. I thought it would be a good challenge to try since I haven't done much with abstraction lately. I wanted to take this painting a little further, but once I found myself getting to fussy with it, I knew it was time to walk away.

I'd like to try this one again on a larger scale someday. And I know I will try more floral abstractions in the future....I've already started another one!

Friday, May 14, 2010

I'm trying to get at least five or six in my shop - the ACEtsy Team has a "strive for five" policy - which is a good goal for me anyways! They seem to be selling pretty quickly, so I haven't been able to keep five around for long.

This painting is of lilies-of-the-valley from my front yard. I love the way they smell!

Retro roadside art.....Join me as I paint my way around New England, capturing favorite signs and buildings that are quickly disappearing from our landscape - with some classic cars and vintage toys thrown in for fun.

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